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Panasonic Lumix System Error (zoom)
Hello
The problem is that the lens has become stuck in the barrel. There are some DIY solutions you could try, but the
probability is that you will have to get it fixed by a professional.
Use
these at own risk as it may further damage the camera.
Firstly ,
try connecting your ac adapter or usb cable.
Try holding the
shutter button while switching on the camera.
Look at the lens ,
and if some of the lens 'circles' is misaligned or not concentric then
try wiggling it (while holding camera lens down).
Try gently
pushing or pulling the lens when it extends but this is risky as it may
cause the lens barrel to slip out of its guidance system.
Another
way to do this is to place the camera lens down on a hard surface and
then power it up. Be sure to use a soft cloth or something similar as to
not scratch your lens or casing. Let the lens push the camera up and
down a few times and sometimes the little resistance provided by the
camera is enough to get things going again.
Try hitting your
camera near the lens on the body with the soft tissue on the palm of
your hand.
Other than that , I would take the camera to a repair
center for a evaluation to see if it would cost more to repair than to
replace the camera.
If it is still under warranty I would suggest
you take it in before trying any of these steps and remove any
off-brand batteries or accessories as some stores are really fussy about
warranty repairs on camera's with non-brand accessories.
You can also have a look at THIS link.
Hope
the advise is useful. please do not hesitate to let me know if you need
any further assistance. Also, please be so kind to let me know if you
found this helpful.
Regards
Andrea
Flash will not close
All you need to do is set the camera to shutter priority other non-automatic mode, hold the flash shut and hold the flash button next to the lens opening. You'll hear a motor and a click and it should latch shut.
Red button flashes at back and lens opens and closes until you remove battery.
Could be a problem with either the battery or the lens.
Remove the battery from the camera and wait for a few minutes before reinserting it. This should reset the camera and might resolve the issue.
Check the battery level and ensure that it is fully charged. If the battery is low, try charging it fully and then reinserting it into the camera.
Check the lens for any visible damage or debris. Clean the lens with a microfiber cloth and try reinserting it into the camera.
If none of these steps work, it might be best to take the camera to a professional for repair.
It is a good idea to post brand and model of equipment in a query.
1/3/2024 11:09:42 PM •
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Answered
on Jan 03, 2024
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